SALINA, NEW YORK — A single-axle dump truck driver led police on a two-county chase Thursday afternoon before crashing into Onondaga Lake, ending a pursuit that began in Manlius and wound through multiple towns before reaching the Onondaga Lake Parkway.
The chase started at approximately 2:18 p.m. on Manlius Center Road when Manlius police initiated the pursuit. The truck weaved through multiple towns, briefly crossing into Madison County, before making its way back to Onondaga County. At one point during the pursuit, the driver allegedly attempted to strike police vehicles. Multiple law enforcement agencies joined the chase before it came to an end on the Onondaga Lake Parkway, where the single-axle dump truck left the roadway and crashed into Onondaga Lake.
The driver was taken into custody following the crash. No serious injuries were reported.
All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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